Syracuse vs. Pittsburgh Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Syracuse Orange will look to continue their string of upsets when they take on the No. 19 Pitt Panthers tonight. Can Kyle McCord and the Orange knock off a third ranked team? Matt McCuen is targeting the underdogs in his Syracuse vs. Pitt prediction and pick against the spread.
Matt McCuen - October 24, 2024, 1:13 PM EDT
4 minSyracuse vs. Pittsburgh Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Syracuse Orange and the Pitt Panthers will duel for an ACC showdown on Thursday night.
These two programs will renew a rivalry that began on October 21, 1916. Pitt won that contest 30-0. The Panthers lead the all-time head-to-head series 43-33-3. The Orange won the last meeting 28-13, when they defeated Pitt on the road.
Syracuse begins this contest with a record of 5-1. In year one of the Fran Brown era, Cuse has been among the best teams in the ACC. With a win tonight, Syracuse will cash their season win total.
The Orange have knocked off a pair of ranked teams this season (No. 23 Georgia Tech and No. 25 UNLV). A win tonight would give Syracuse a good chance of being ranked in the Top 25. Syracuse suffered their lone season loss at home, 26-24, against Stanford. The Orange most recently played two weeks ago, defeating NC State 24-17 on the road.
Syracuse vs. Pittsburgh Odds
- Spread: Syracuse +6 (-110), Pitt -6 (-110)
- Total Odds: O 62.5 (-110), U 62.5 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Vikings (+170), Pitt (-205)
Syracuse vs. Pittsburgh Date, Time, and Where To Watch
- Date: October 24, 2024
- Time: 7:30 pm ET
- Where To Watch: ESPN
Syracuse vs. Pittsburgh Prediction
Ohio State transfer Kyle McCord has thrown for a team-best 2,160 yards, 19 touchdowns, and six interceptions.
Millville, New Jersey native LeQuint Allen has rushed for a team-high 449 yards and four touchdowns.
Jackson Meeks leads the team with 459 receiving yards on the year.
Pitt begins this game with a perfect 6-0 record. That record has earned the Panthers the 19th ranking in the nation. Pitt was not expected to be a ranked team entering the season. After a three-win season last year, this season has been a pleasant surprise.
The Panthers have a tough schedule the rest of the way, but as we approach November, they have a great chance to compete for an ACC Championship. Pitt last played on October 12, when they defeated California 17-15 at home.
Freshman Eli Holstein leads the Panthers offense. Holstein has thrown for 1,697 yards, 15 touchdowns, and five interceptions.
Desmond Reid leads the ground game with 494 yards and three touchdowns.
Konta Mumpfield has racked up 463 yards and three touchdowns to lead the team.
Syracuse vs. Pittsburgh Pick
- Pick: Syracuse +6 -118 Click here for the latest Syracuse vs. Pitt odds
We will ride with the road dog tonight.
Syracuse has made us a lot of money this season, and will once again tonight.
Pitt impressed early in the season, but they played a weak schedule.
The Orange will be the best team the Panthers have seen all season, and we will see a back-and-forth contest that favors the underdog.
